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Florence Highlights Tour with Accademia Visit

Half-day of Renaissance art and architecture with Accademia visit

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Norie | about the guide

Prepare to be swept away by the beauty of Florence as you discover magnificent churches, hidden courtyards and narrow Renaissance streets. This half-day culture tour is the ideal way to get to know the city by foot or by bike with an experienced local guide. As you wander through charming streets and over stunning bridges, like the emblematic jeweler-lined Pont Vecchio, you will find out more about the history of the city and its key monuments, as well as being given tips on making the most of your stay. Admire the Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore, stroll by Palazzo Vecchio, people watch in Piazza della Signoria, discover the Uffizi and cross over the Old Bridge. If the cathedral is open, you will also have the opportunity to visit sumptuous interior. Your tour will end with an inspiring visit of the Galleria dell’Accademia di Firenze focusing on the work and techniques of Renaissance sculptor Michelangelo. Home to his world-famous David statue and the unfinished sculptures of the Slaves for the tomb of Pope Julius II, the Accademia will plunge you into a world of Renaissance art filled with vast paintings and towering statues.

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  • Florence and Tuscany
    Italy
  • 1/2 day
    DURATION
  • 10
    MAX. No. ON TOUR
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TOUR DETAILS

keywords :
Florence, Galleria dell’Accademia di Firenze, Michelangelo, walking tour, history of art
transport :
On foot or by bike (please contact your guide in advance)
ACTIVITY LEVEL :
Moderate
ACCESSIBLE TO THE DISABLED :
no
Kid friendly :
Children are welcome (age limit at parents’ discretion)
LANGUAGES:
Anglais/English (fluent), Néerlandais/Dutch (native), Italien/Italian (fluent)
MAX. No. OF PEOPLE :
10

INCLUDED IN THE TOUR

- Entrance tickets to the Accademia

NOT INCLUDED

- Transport (if required) - Personal shopping

ITINERARY

This half-day tour will take you around the center of Florence past some of its most important monuments including the Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore, Palazzo Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, Uffizi, the Old Bridge and more. To finish the tour, you will be taken on a guided tour of the Galleria dell’Accademia di Firenze to discover the techniques used by Michelangelo in masterpieces such as the statue of David and his unfinished sculptures of the Slaves for the tomb of Pope Julius II. NB1: When reserving, please indicate if you would like to complete the first part of the tour by bike. NB2: Please bear in mind that the Accademia is closed on Monday.

WHERE AND WHEN?

MEET-UP LOCATION:
Your hotel
END OF TOUR LOCATION:
Central location of choice

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your guide

Norie

Florence

languages :
Anglais/English, Néerlandais/Dutch, Italien/Italian

Dutch born, I lived in Haarlem until the age of 19, then I moved to Amsterdam to study art history. During my studies I did an Erasmus exchange program and studied in Florence for a few months. I graduated in 1997 in Amsterdam but I had fallen in love with Florence so I decided to come back in 2001 thanks to a research scholarship from the Dutch University Institute of Art in Florence. In 2005, I married a Florentine and started my tour guide career. I enjoy being an art historian and I believe that as a tour guide, one has to know less about art history, but much more about every aspect of this city such as gastronomy, fashion, and music. So combining the two professions is ideal! I love mixing art with other disciplines of culture and seeing people enjoy themselves. The walking tour combined with literature and Italian gastronomy is one of my favorites!

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Amanda
United States - 11.04.2019

My husband and I booked the Florence Highlights tour and had an amazing time! Our guide Norie was fantastic!! From day one researching tours she answered our questions and offered advice on the best day for us to book to make the most of our time. She guided us around Florence and gave great information on everything we saw (and it was a lot!). She pointed out little details we would have never seen with an audio tour or on our own. Providing not only information on the artistic aspects but putting it in a historical context so we understood the whole picture. She also provided advice on how to proceed with our day and tips on where to get gelato. We were blown away by Florence before the tour and had a greater understanding of the city and its history after the tour ended. We just wish she could be our guide wherever we travel to next! Thank you so much for sharing your time and knowledge with us. You helped us make some beautiful memories that will last a lifetime!

guide answer

Dear Ms Wiley, Thank you so much for your kind words! It was a great pleasure meeting you and guiding such knowledgeable and interested persons around Florence. If you come back to Italy to visit Rome and other sites, I hope you will return to Florence again. Grazie di nuovo, un caro saluto from Firenze! Norie

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Product description: Prepare to be swept away by the beauty of Florence as you discover magnificent churches, hidden courtyards and narrow Renaissance streets. This half-day culture tour is the ideal way to get to know the city by foot or by bike with an experienced local guide. As you wander through charming streets and over stunning bridges, like the emblematic jeweler-lined Pont Vecchio, you will find out more about the history of the city and its key monuments, as well as being given tips on making the most of your stay. Admire the Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore, stroll by Palazzo Vecchio, people watch in Piazza della Signoria, discover the Uffizi and cross over the Old Bridge. If the cathedral is open, you will also have the opportunity to visit sumptuous interior. Your tour will end with an inspiring visit of the Galleria dell’Accademia di Firenze focusing on the work and techniques of Renaissance sculptor Michelangelo. Home to his world-famous David statue and the unfinished sculptures of the Slaves for the tomb of Pope Julius II, the Accademia will plunge you into a world of Renaissance art filled with vast paintings and towering statues. Customer reviews:
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My husband and I booked the Florence Highlights tour and had an amazing time! Our guide Norie was fantastic!! From day one researching tours she answered our questions and offered advice on the best day for us to book to make the most of our time. She guided us around Florence and gave great information on everything we saw (and it was a lot!). She pointed out little details we would have never seen with an audio tour or on our own. Providing not only information on the artistic aspects but putting it in a historical context so we understood the whole picture. She also provided advice on how to proceed with our day and tips on where to get gelato. We were blown away by Florence before the tour and had a greater understanding of the city and its history after the tour ended. We just wish she could be our guide wherever we travel to next! Thank you so much for sharing your time and knowledge with us. You helped us make some beautiful memories that will last a lifetime!